News Archive

Noosa Long Weekend: People on the Move

Green Cross Australia is presenting the People on the Move - Dealing with Climate Change forum featuring a panel of cool heads on the hot topic of rising water levels for coastal populations.

Money Magazine: Woman on a Mission

02 May 2008

The many-faceted, remarkable life of Mara Bun has turned to doing her best to save the planet. Read the full story featured in the April edition of Money Magazine.

B Mag: Green Cross Calling

01 May 2008

They are the new 'green' kids on the block and Brisbane is their new frontline in the defence against climate change. Emma Portelli from B Mag reports.

Virgin Blue throws best Earth Hour party in the world!

01 Apr 2008

Picture this: Three thousand people decked out in black tie on the Brisbane Airport tarmac, in a massive hanger transformed into a ballroom, complete with acrobats twirling from the ceiling and red carpet. Virgin Blue really know how to party!

What price? - An opinion piece on natural disasters

24 Mar 2008

Natural disasters, like armed conflicts, cause major problems. Both have been part of life since the dawn of humankind. However, while on one hand most of us have gained a deep understanding of how wars affect our lives, many have come to view natural disasters with a degree of indifference.

Stars Come Out to Raise Funds and Awareness

21 Feb 2008

Celebrities, industry executives and environmentalists joined Global Green USA CEO Matt Petersen on Wednesday, February 20th at the Avalon in Hollywood for the 5th Annual Global Green Pre-Oscar Party.

Garnaut interim report released

21 Feb 2008

Australia is relatively well placed to do well in a world of comprehensive global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, Professor Ross Garnaut said today.

The Bulletin: Eco Warrior

01 Feb 2008

Mara Bun CEO of Green Cross Australia, was featured in The Bulletin on October 30, 2007, discussing how the lessons of New Orleans can help Australia prepare for the impacts of climate change.

Security forces and climate change

30 Jan 2008

Security forces around the world will face tough new challenges as climate change unleashes violent storms, raises sea levels and causes floods and famines, a new report warns.

Starbucks and Global Green USA Collaborate

05 Apr 2007

Starbucks and Global Green USA collaborated and created the Planet Green Game to educate the public about climate change through engaging and informative game play while encouraging individuals to become part of the solution in their own lives.